Harken Service Kits

You should service your winches at least once during the preseason. However, twice a season is best if your boat lives in salt water. If you race your boat hard, you may want to maintain your winches before every regatta. Keep your winches clean and operating smoothly by flushing frequently with fresh water. Check pawls and springs, bearings, gears, and spindles for signs of wear and corrosion. For more details, consult the maintenance manual.

Simple to install, easy maintenance

Stud mounting bolts allow fast installation. Drum removes easily with a flathead screwdriver. Snap-fit design keeps bearings captive when drum is removed for maintenance. Easy to disassemble for service on deck; socket, washer, and screw-top snap-fit together for mistake-free reassembly.

Adjustable stripper arm integrated into winch top for safer operation

Stripper arm completely covers rotating winch top, preventing fingers and clothing from catching in moving parts. Adjusts to multiple positions after the winch is mounted to optimize line exit.

High-strength, lightweight

High-strength composite roller and ball thrust bearings reduce friction under load. Load-carrying gears and pins are 17-4 PH stainless steel for strength, corrosion resistance.

Maximum holding power for high-tech line

Sandblasted drums and ribs optimized for halyard and sheeting applications using small-diameter, high-strength line. Patented angle of ribs drives line wraps down when easing to keep them on area of drum that provides best control.

Power-grip jaws shaped for easy line entry, optimum hold

Narrow composite jaws ensure superior holding power on small-diameter, high-strength line Lower jaw adjusts under line pressure; accepts a variety of line sizes.

Collection: Harken Service Kits